Founded in 2002, Òran is part of Edmonton's Kokopelli Choir Association. Òran began as an alumni offshoot of the Kokopelli Youth Choir, but it has since developed into a group made up of young adults from all over Edmonton and the surrounding area. Each b...  moreFounded in 2002, Òran is part of Edmonton's Kokopelli Choir Association. Òran began as an alumni offshoot of the Kokopelli Youth Choir, but it has since developed into a group made up of young adults from all over Edmonton and the surrounding area. Each brings a different viewpoint to the group, but all are united in their passion for singing. The choir stresses the same philosophical goals as its younger counterpart, striving to achieve musical excellence and artistic integrity, as well as combining new interpretive techniques with more traditional choral expertise. Above all, the group is dedicated to sharing joy in song with each other, with other choirs, and with audiences around Edmonton and across Canada. Òran was featured at the 2005 Festival 500 in St. John’s Newfoundland, and more recently, participated in the Laval International Choral Festival in Quebec in July 2009, as well as a cultural tour to Cuba in May 2011. Members of Òran travelled to Europe for a tour in July 2012 including stops in France, ...    less

The Stellenbosch University Choir is the oldest and most celebrated choir in South Africa. The Choir was founded in 1936 under the baton of William Morris. After him various conductors established the ensemble as an influential South African choir: Gaw...  moreThe Stellenbosch University Choir is the oldest and most celebrated choir in South Africa. The Choir was founded in 1936 under the baton of William Morris. After him various conductors established the ensemble as an influential South African choir: Gawie Cillié (1940 - 1954) Philip McLachlan (1955 - 1976) Johan de Villiers (1977 - 1984) Acáma Fick (1985 - 1992) Sonja van der Walt (1993 - 2002) André van der Merwe (2003 - ) The Choir comprises of students from various academic courses and generally only a few members study music. The Choir, an ensemble of approximately 80 – 100 voices, has won international acclaim through performances, concert tours, and participation in prestigious festivals and competitions. The Choir is currently ranked 1st on the Interkultur World Ranking List for amateur choirs. Contact us: us_koor@sun.ac.za Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/uschoirkoor Watch us on YouTube: less

The Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School is one of the few South African schools whose fame extends around the world. This school offers a unique educational opportunity for children; it stimulates a boy’s spirit of adventure and exploration in the physical sur...  moreThe Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School is one of the few South African schools whose fame extends around the world. This school offers a unique educational opportunity for children; it stimulates a boy’s spirit of adventure and exploration in the physical surroundings of the school while nurturing the development of the mind and expression in innate musical talent.  

ค่ำแล้ว (Kham Laew) พระราชนิพนธ์ในพระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัวภูมิพลอดุลยเดช คำร้องโดย ท่านผู้หญิงสมโรจน์ สวัสดิกุล ณ อยุธยา เรียบเรียงโดย อธิชัย ตระกูลเดช คณะนักร้องประสานเสียงเยาวชนไทยเข้าร่วมแข่งขันงาน World Choir Games (ประสานเสียงโอลิมปิก) ครั้งท...  moreค่ำแล้ว (Kham Laew) พระราชนิพนธ์ในพระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยู่หัวภูมิพลอดุลยเดช คำร้องโดย ท่านผู้หญิงสมโรจน์ สวัสดิกุล ณ อยุธยา เรียบเรียงโดย อธิชัย ตระกูลเดช คณะนักร้องประสานเสียงเยาวชนไทยเข้าร่วมแข่งขันงาน World Choir Games (ประสานเสียงโอลิมปิก) ครั้งที่ 9 ณ เมืองโซชิ สหพันธรัฐรัสเซีย และได้รับรางวัล 2 เหรียญทองในสาขา Youth Choirs of Equal Voices (84.63 คะแนน) และ Musica Sacra with Accompaniment (80.25 คะแนน) ประเภท The Champions Competition **************************************** Kham Laew Music by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Lyrics by Thanpuying Somroj Sawasdikul Na Ayudhya Arranged by Atichai Tragoondet Thai Youth Choir joined 9th World Choir Games 2016 in Sochi, Russia and won 2 gold medals from the Champions Competition in Youth Choirs of Equal Voices (84.63 points) and Musica Sacra with Accompaniment (80.25 points). Fanpage : https://fb.com/ThaiYouthChoir  less

Evelyn Bamfo leading Ghana praises at the Gospel Festival, Heineken Music Hall opening for Donnie McClurkin.

Based in the heart of the East Midlands, UK, we describe ourselves as "natural born singers", and deliver the heart songs of South Africa alongside African-American Gospel and sweet soul music, all sung in the glorious acapella harmony that is t...  moreBased in the heart of the East Midlands, UK, we describe ourselves as "natural born singers", and deliver the heart songs of South Africa alongside African-American Gospel and sweet soul music, all sung in the glorious acapella harmony that is the trademark sound of this great choir. We are honoured to be the Desmond and Leah Tutu Peace Choir UK. Find us and 'like' us on Facebook or visit our website for details of upcoming concerts and workshops.  

Kikimasu (pronounced “kee-kee-mahs”) is part of Edmonton's Kokopelli Choir Association. Kikimasu (grades 4-6) offers a focus on thorough and excellent music education, with singers learning about healthy vocal production, the body-voice connection, an...  moreKikimasu (pronounced “kee-kee-mahs”) is part of Edmonton's Kokopelli Choir Association. Kikimasu (grades 4-6) offers a focus on thorough and excellent music education, with singers learning about healthy vocal production, the body-voice connection, and vibrant performance presence, as well as ant emphasis on musical literacy, music theory, and sightsinging skills. As with all our ensembles, Kikimasu provides a secure and accepting social environment where all singers feel their importance as members of the group. Most importantly, Kikimasu has fun and creates exciting music! Kikimasu means “hear it” in Japanese; you can look forward to hearing the music they make at every concert!  less

As part of the Vocal Art Ensemble's "Frankincense & Myrrh - A Caravan of Exotic Choral Treasures" concerts in December 2012, this Traditional Nigerian song arranged by Wil Whalum was the concert's "super finale encore", joined by dancers/instructors from ...  moreAs part of the Vocal Art Ensemble's "Frankincense & Myrrh - A Caravan of Exotic Choral Treasures" concerts in December 2012, this Traditional Nigerian song arranged by Wil Whalum was the concert's "super finale encore", joined by dancers/instructors from Fiesta DanceN' Fitness studio in Davis, CA. Director Tracia Barbieri. This video is part of a CD/DVD set that is available for purchase at VAE concerts.  

In this South African classic, a mother is overjoyed for her son who finally got himself a wife, after years of no luck in the romance department. She invites everyone, even the town's gossipers, to come and join in the celebration. Lyrics: Vul’indl...  moreIn this South African classic, a mother is overjoyed for her son who finally got himself a wife, after years of no luck in the romance department. She invites everyone, even the town's gossipers, to come and join in the celebration. Lyrics: Vul’indlela wemamgobhozi (Open the gates, Miss Gossip) He unyana wam (My baby boy) Helele uyashada namhlanje (Is getting married today) Vul’indlela wela ma ngiyabuza (Open the gates please) Su'ba nomona (Don’t be jealous) Unyana wam utshatile (My son has had a good catch) Bengingazi ngiyombon’umakoti (I never thought I’d see a daughter in law) Unyana wam eh ujongile this time (My son has been accepted (woman said yes)) Marhadebe, sus'ezoz' specs (MaRhadebe, take of your glasses/spectacles) Uzemshadweni ngiyashadisa namhlanje (Come to the wedding, I’m taking my son to the altar today) Bebesithi unyana wam lisoka (People said my son is (someone who doesn’t get women)) Bebesithi angeke ashade vul’indlela (People said he would never get marr...    less

Lassenne Vocale, Ivan Yohan (conductor). Live concert "Lurreko Gauzak" at Église Sainte-Alice, Schaerbeek Brussels. May 21st, 2022